July 05, 2022 - 13:04 BST The Queen's London home, Buckingham Palace, is currently undergoing renovations costing £369million, but the monarch will likely never live there again It may be one of the most famous buildings in the world, with the biggest private garden in London and a whopping 829,000 square feet of living space, but Buckingham Palace was never the Queen 's royal residence of choice. RELATED: The Queen's jaw-dropping palace she visits for one week of the year While Her Majesty has used the historic palace as her official residence for most of her reign, it has previously been revealed that she never wanted to move in, and hoped to remain living at Clarence House upon her accession to the throne. Loading the player... WATCH: Inside Buckingham Palace's £369million refurbishment Since the coronavirus pandemic, the monarch has primarily lived at Windsor Castle, and while she returned to the iconic … [Read more...] about The Queen’s £370million home she never wanted to live in – full tour
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‘Working from home is contributing to Britain’s mental health crisis’
A lot of people are reflexively sceptical when meditation is brought up. “I was one of those people,” admits Russell Glass, the American chief executive of Headspace Health on a trip to London. “I’d heard the term mindfulness before and - do you have the term ‘woo woo’ over here? - It all felt kind of woo woo to me.” Today, Glass, a serial entrepreneur from New Jersey, meditates daily and has been the boss of one of the world’s biggest mental health apps since October 2021. Headspace, which has offices in California and London, experienced an influx of users during the pandemic as rates of depression and loneliness soared. Glass’s Damascene conversion was years earlier. In 2014, he had just sold his marketing start-up Bizo to LinkedIn for $175m (£144m), becoming one of the social networking giant’s top executives and netting a fortune. He should have been on top of the world, but says he found it difficult to feel at home. “I was really struggling when I joined LinkedIn from … [Read more...] about ‘Working from home is contributing to Britain’s mental health crisis’
Back pain: Signs your achy back could be a kidney infection – symptoms to spot
Katie Piper leaves hospital after treatment for ‘severe’ infection Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info If you suddenly experience back pain, there are other signs you'll experience that signify that you've got a kidney infection. Here's how to know. The NHS explained that within a couple of hours – or days – the following can take place: you feel feverish, shivery, sick and have pain in your back or side. Common symptoms include discomfort in your side, lower back or around the genitals. You may feel very weak and tired, and may lose your appetite and feel nauseous. Trending READ MORE Coronavirus symptoms: Experiencing pain here is a sign … [Read more...] about Back pain: Signs your achy back could be a kidney infection – symptoms to spot
Popular cafe turned ‘community hub’ faces closure due to post-quake red tape
JOHN KIRK-ANDERSON/STUFF Upshot Coffee moved to Heathcote's Bridle Path Rd after the 2011 earthquakes. The end of their temporary consent means they may have to move again or shut down. Megan Geels has gone to work early nearly every day for 10 years, but she may lose her livelihood due to council red tape. Geels goes to work early because she likes to sit to out the back of her coffee shop, quietly overlooking the Heathcote Valley, before the rush begins. “I don’t have to be in at 5.30am, but I have a coffee or two and sit in the dark,” she said. Upshot Coffee moved to its spot on Bridle Path Rd after the 2011 earthquakes. It attracts residents from all over Heathcote Valley, Mt Pleasant, and Lyttelton, and passing police, firefighters and tradies regularly stop in for a quick coffee break. READ MORE: Andrew Lyons, Heathcote Valley's resident 'shape-maker' Southern Stays: Heathcote Valley and the joys of a local weekend Neat Places: Where to find great … [Read more...] about Popular cafe turned ‘community hub’ faces closure due to post-quake red tape
Meghan Markle faces ‘immense sacrifices’ if she runs for office, warns expert
Meghan Markle has been warned against running to be President of the United States in 2024. Rumours have been swirling for the last 12 months about a potential bid for leadership from Duchess of Sussex . Earlier this year, a senior source said that the Democratic party was “buzzing” about Meghan’s potential political career. READ MORE: Queen 'surprised' by Meghan and Harry's Lilibet name choice, socialite claims She also reportedly has "ambitions" in the field, the source said, as well as "potential backers" already. Meghan and Harry first dipped their toes into politics during the 2020 presidential election, which saw Joe Biden beat out Donald Trump to the top spot. The Duchess urged voters to "reject hate speech", seen as a direct criticism of Trump. Her comment led to the sitting president at the time to claim he was "not a fan" of Meghan. And now an expert has warned that she would have to make a lot of “sacrifices” should she want to take on the most … [Read more...] about Meghan Markle faces ‘immense sacrifices’ if she runs for office, warns expert
Russians served mouldy Big Macs and insects in country’s new knock-off McDonald’s chain
A new Russian fast-food chain set up to replace McDonald's has been caught serving mouldy burgers and 'insect legs'. The new restaurants have sprung up in chains that used to be McDonald's after the fast-food giant pulled out of Russia following Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine . They have been rebranded as Vkusno I Tochka - meaning ‘Tasty and that's it’ - but judging by the reaction of customers, they're anything but. READ MORE: Weasel broke the Hadron Collider and sent Earth to another reality, bizarre theory claims Eaters have complained of mould on the buns of their buns in several outlets, said Ksenia Sobchak, a popular TV celebrity and the Russian opposition’s most prominent woman politician. Separately, “insect legs” have been glimpsed in the Russian burgers. Posting on her Telegram channel, Sobchak complained: “Vkusno I Tochka sells mouldy burgers. “It looks like they don’t quite honour the standards of McDonald’s, at least in terms of product … [Read more...] about Russians served mouldy Big Macs and insects in country’s new knock-off McDonald’s chain
One of the most dangerous tourist attractions in the world is in the UK – full list
Ben Nevis: Three men killed by avalanche on Scottish mountain Discover the best holidays and latest news with our FREE email SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info New research from Holidu looked at natural attractions around the world to find the most dangerous attractions. The company analysed the average number of deaths and accidents compared to the average number of visitors. Related articles Never miss a travel update again with our email briefing, sign up here Portugal changes travel entry rules affecting thousands of Britons Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, took the number two spot on the dangerous list. World’s most dangerous natural wonders (Holidu) Mont Blanc Ben Nevis … [Read more...] about One of the most dangerous tourist attractions in the world is in the UK – full list
Queen Elizabeth news: Prince William & Kate MUST follow the same strict rule as EVERYONE else at Wimbledon Royal Box
PRINCE William and Kate Middleton must follow the same strict rules as others seated within the Royal Box at Wimbledon. Everyone that is sat in the Royal Box at Wimbledon has been personally invited by the Chairman of the All England Club. Those lucky enough to be invited must meet expectations not required of sports fans seated elsewhere. And all guests - including the Royal Family - must dress in smart attire. Wimbledon advises this means wearing a suit or jacket, plus a tie for men. However, the main rule that Prince William and Kate Middleton must follow is that they are not allowed to wear hats, in order to not block anyone's view. Read our Royal Family live blog below for the latest news... Louis Allwood just now Meghan will remain a princess no matter what The Sussexes stepped away from royal life in 2020. At the time, there was a lot of controversy over the titles Meghan and Harry would keep if they choose not to be … [Read more...] about Queen Elizabeth news: Prince William & Kate MUST follow the same strict rule as EVERYONE else at Wimbledon Royal Box
Ukraine War: Chernobyl staff rotate after working 27 days
Live Updates Today is Day 26 of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine rejects Russia's ultimatum in Mariupol . Russia said people could leave the besieged port city if they surrendered. About 300,000 are trapped. Strategically important Mariupol has been turned to rubble with weeks of Russian shelling, with 90 percent of buildings estimated to be damaged. Olena Zelenska , Ukraine's first lady, tells citizens in the city: "Please hold on, dear people, I beg you." In Kyiv, shelling that struck a shopping mall has reportedly left eight dead. Across Ukraine, about 10 million have fled their homes, according to the United Nations' refugee agency; about 3.4 million traveled abroad . Joe Biden will seek to rally U.S. allies in Europe this week, speaking with leaders in Germany, Britain, France, and Italy later Monday. He will travel to Belgium on Wednesday for a NATO emergency meeting about the war and then visit with Polish President Andrzej Duda in … [Read more...] about Ukraine War: Chernobyl staff rotate after working 27 days
Urgent summer health warning as millions of Brits urged to take more selfies
BRITS have been urged to take more selfies as cases of deadly skin cancer rise. Medics have warned sun seekers to be aware of the most common signs of the illness as many experience hot weather . Around one in three people never look for tell-tale signals such as a new mole or a change in colour or shape of an existing one. Research from skin tracking app Miiskin found that just two in five Brits would check for skin cancer if an NHS screening was offered to them. The data comes as cases of the illness continue to rise in the UK with more than 2,500 skin cancer mortalities a year and 140,000 annual incidences of the disease. Around 15,000 of these tumours are melanoma , the most dangerous form. Figures shows that a quarter of Brits are concerned that tanning or sunburn in the past has damaged their skin , and many now regularly take skin ‘selfies’ to help spot signs of the disease developing. One in five have taken photos of their moles to track for … [Read more...] about Urgent summer health warning as millions of Brits urged to take more selfies